On Aug. 20, Ponoka RCMP were making patrols when they located a vehicle travelling 190 km/h on Highway 2A entering Ponoka. Officers attempted a traffic stop, however the vehicle fled at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was later located and both occupants arrested.
As a result of the investigation, RCMP have charged 37-year-old Maskwacis resident Brandon Buffalo with:
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possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
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flight from a police officer
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dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
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possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
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resisting arrest
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refusal to comply with a breath demand
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operating a motor vehicle while impaired
RCMP have additionally charged 45-year-old Maskwacis resident Wydell Rabbit with:
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possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
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possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
Both suspects were taken before a justice of the peace and released from custody with their next court date set for Sept. 12, at the Alberta Court of Justice in Ponoka.
** With information from Alberta RCMP.
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